Only things I would add (cuz I don’t remember seeing them) are scissors and correction tape. Every newbie goes through that fear of making the first marks in pen...and heaven forbid a mistake is made.
Great video. Rewatched today and thought I’d add comments about pens. I love the Pilot Frixion pens. They are erasable gel pens that work really well in the happy planner and don’t leave residue. I’m one of those people that was afraid of writing in my planner. Didn’t want to mess it up. Try them, I think you’ll love them too.
Great tips... I also love having a ruler in my planner stash.. it can be used for various things in addition to measuring... an edge to tear off washi, using for straight lines.. also a pencil with a nice eraser... I keep one with me all the time...
Whiteout tape for whitening out lines and a old credit or store card to cut washi. I have everything except the notebook, the tape and the punch. Haven't had a need for either of those 3 things. My suggestion for first time planner sticker books I recommend are the rainbow and the 1050 sticker packs. The 1050 sticker value pack was my very 1st book and it helped that it already came with stickers to help plan for an entire week that were already themed
I would add wax paper for a Happy Planner newbie who wants to use a lot of stickers, because especially if you’re not familiar with the mambi sticker books yet, it’s nice to pull stickers as you see them and place them on the wax paper so you don’t get too lost in the sticker books! Also white out tape😁
I would add a plastic store card because it is so useful for tearing washi. Excellent list though. The way you say Fis - cars makes me smile. I have always said fiskars rhyming with whiskers!!
The only thing you Must have is a blank notebook and a pen/pencil. Make a bullet journal and test stuff out. If you find that you don’t like to make calendar pages and do lean towards a certain layout. Buy a HP extension and try it out. And before anyone blasts me. I bought all this stuff when I first started.
Another whole punch out there that is perfect either as your main punch or an on-the-go punch is the $14ish dollar arc punch from staples. Is flat and easy to put in any bag. I love mine. I use it a lot on the go.
Hi Heather. So I began planning last year and didn't know much about it. I started and didn't fully utilize everything I had bought. My co-worker told me to check out your videos and since I started watching them (I began watching on 10/30/19) I have a better understanding on how I can make this better for me. I've been to Michael's, JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby everyday this week and I picked up a few of the items from your videos (Towbow tape & X-acto knife). I'm SUPER EXCITED that I'm drafting my December Calendar now. Thanks for all the wonderful tips. And yes, Fiskars is the best. My mom has been using their products for 30 years.
Yes, thank you...saw your cover pre sale and jumped in on this wagon. Didnt know what would be on the inside🤯🤯 so this is just awesome...In PR we dont have JOANN, MICHEALS etc thanks for sharing info heading down to check those sites out!!!
I am a planner newbie and I've been buying some of these items a little at a time and others (stickers and paper/notebooks) a lot at a time. Some things like the paper cutter (also punches and scrapbook paper) I have from creative memories from my scrapbooking days. Two things I would add to your list are a white out runner and a good pair of scissors. Thanks for all your videos.
Heather, you were the first one to make me feel like I needed a happy notes and you were so right! I’ve used that thing for so many different applications already and I’ve had it for like 5 weeks.
I'm a newbie, and my favorite sticker book is the seasonal one. Also suggest some Washi Tape, it really brightens up the planner and is inexpensive and easy to use.
I counted 179 sticker books (and AccessorySticker Books, Dashboard Sticker Packs, but not the ones with the cards and not the mini pads) until now. It exploded between Oktober 2018 and Oktober 2019. For this reason I used „our“ stickerbook-list, that I copied last year from your video and added every new book regularily. For Beginners: don’t buy too much in the first weeks. Get used to the books one by one slowly. Find out your needs and your taste. e.g. I bought Big Planner Sticker without knowing it, just because they looked cute. 3 years later I still don’t have a big Planner 😅😂🤣
Ok, so this is my first planner in like, 6 years. I'm excited to see all the You Tube video's and love love Heather Kell. She passionate like me. So, thanks Heather!!
Thank you! I’m a planner newbie and was wowed by Happy Planners customizations but was a little confused by all the extras and what they are for. Ive been doing digital planning for about 8 months but there is just something missing in digital planning and I don’t feel comfortable hauling my iPad Pro around with me everywhere. So thank you for doing this video. I’m going to check out your ETSY SHOP..
This was helpful. Thank you! I just started planning. I am not crafty and don't scrapbook(though planning makes me want to use stickers and a vertical layout and do sometbing with pics and memories), so I will probably hold off on the punch and paper trimmer. I am going crazy with stickers though! I like the idea of Happy Notes and may have to hit Hobby Lobby while things are 40% off!
I'm pretty new to the whole planner thing. Lol I purchased my first happy planner at the end of September and I'm loving it! I didn't think to buy a hp notes I think that's a really great tip. Now I going to look around and see if I can find one on sale. I also really love the watercolor and essential planning sticker books 🙂
I am a newbie and I am staring at my new planner still trying to figure out where to start. A friend posted on fb that she was looking for the perfect planner and made me think so I started my research and You have been so very much helpful and instrumental on me selecting my Happy Planner.... I'm just afraid to dive in... I know that sounds silly. I just want it look pretty to me but most of all functional. Thank you for all the videos!
Hello from a newbie and a new subbie! I have been watching ALL your videos and I just purchased a planner from Michael's....now on to the other stores you have listed! LOL TFS! I am so excited to be starting this journey!
OMG!!! I own every single item mentioned by Heather! I watch her videos religiously and if Heather is using it, ( the tweezers I bought in a set from Amazon - they are not the ones Heather has, of course), then I must have it!!! Hahahahaha Thank you for your planner wisdom!
I bought a Vera Bradley tote bag on their outlet website for some outrageously low price ($15? maybe) and it's perfect for schlepping around my planner and associated stuff!
Just received my FIRST ever Happy Planner, super excited to start using it, however, I am more of a functional user, what tips do you have for me? I got the budget planner too because... ya girl can spend!
Great video, I am not a Newbie but have not been planning for a while. I am using Out Dated planners do you have a video for using out dated planners or do you have any suggestions. Would love to see a video for some ideas.
New subscriber and got inspired to start real planning after watching your videos. However I live in Jamaica where it is Alot more expensive to get really good planners..............any suggestions?
Can you use regular white paper in the Happy Planner or does it have to be a particular weight or even card stock? I'm concerned that regular weight paper may not take the punch as well and not stay in the rings. Thanks.
perryandmichelle you can use any paper you’d like. As long as you have the hole punch so that they fit into your disc. You create use your planner the best way it works for you. There are lots of Etsy shops that have kits etc you can implement into your planner.
@@jmatos7872 Thanks for the response. That was the only thing holding me back from the Happy Planner because I want to be able to punch my to do lists and move them from week to week because I usually take that long to get stuff done. I'm off to see what kind of goodies they sell.
You CAN use any paper but the lighter paper weights (like standard copy paper, or standard notepad papers etc.) will not stay put on the discs as well as heavier paper weights. I use 120 gsm paper myself (about 32 lbs), and companies that sell discbound products, like MAMBI/Happy Planner, Staples ARC, Levenger Circa etc. usually use at least 100 gsm paper. This is for a reason, and that is because the thinner paper will not stay put as easily. The discbound system isn't really meant for the lighter paper weights. Also, if you're gonna move the paper around the lighter paper weights will be too flimsy fairly quickly. It simply works best with sturdier paper. You won't have a problem actually punching lighter weight paper, it's just the use of it with the discs that won't be ideal in the long run.
@@tinxybee9592 Thanks for your response. That's exactly what I was thinking would happen with lighter weight papers. Thanks for the info on the different paperweights. I will check them out.
It would really be helpful if you didn’t move the products while showing them on the video. Very hard to see whatever you are showing and I got really dizzy trying to focus. Thanks thanks for sharing
Only things I would add (cuz I don’t remember seeing them) are scissors and correction tape. Every newbie goes through that fear of making the first marks in pen...and heaven forbid a mistake is made.
Great video. Rewatched today and thought I’d add comments about pens. I love the Pilot Frixion pens. They are erasable gel pens that work really well in the happy planner and don’t leave residue. I’m one of those people that was afraid of writing in my planner. Didn’t want to mess it up. Try them, I think you’ll love them too.
Great tips... I also love having a ruler in my planner stash.. it can be used for various things in addition to measuring... an edge to tear off washi, using for straight lines.. also a pencil with a nice eraser... I keep one with me all the time...
Sticker notes are great for pre planning without being permanent! Another great video Heather, thank you! ❤️
Whiteout tape for whitening out lines and a old credit or store card to cut washi. I have everything except the notebook, the tape and the punch. Haven't had a need for either of those 3 things. My suggestion for first time planner sticker books I recommend are the rainbow and the 1050 sticker packs. The 1050 sticker value pack was my very 1st book and it helped that it already came with stickers to help plan for an entire week that were already themed
Tombow correction tape. I keep one in my purse.
I would add wax paper for a Happy Planner newbie who wants to use a lot of stickers, because especially if you’re not familiar with the mambi sticker books yet, it’s nice to pull stickers as you see them and place them on the wax paper so you don’t get too lost in the sticker books! Also white out tape😁
I'm addicted to Happy Notes. I love taking notes on that thicker luxurious paper.
I am new. Just bought my first happy planner last week and trying to catch up. Your video is very helpful. Thank you! Theresa
I think the color story sticker book is suuupper useful
Enjoyed your video. I would also add: Scissors, Whiteout and a 6” ruler
I would add the box punch to the list, I use that thing all the time with scrapbook paper
You can get tweezers Like Heathers in Jo Ann’s sewing section
Or even at dollar tree
Mine came from my grandfather's old model train stuff
I would add a plastic store card because it is so useful for tearing washi. Excellent list though. The way you say Fis - cars makes me smile. I have always said fiskars rhyming with whiskers!!
I've always wondered so google it - www.howtopronounce.com/fiskars/
Lmao i grew up knowing thts how you pronounce it... just like whiskers. I smiled too never heard it pronounced like tht b4 super cute.
The only thing you Must have is a blank notebook and a pen/pencil. Make a bullet journal and test stuff out. If you find that you don’t like to make calendar pages and do lean towards a certain layout. Buy a HP extension and try it out. And before anyone blasts me. I bought all this stuff when I first started.
I think Planner basics over Essentials. Or both. And Gold star quotes. White out or gel pen. Scissors definitely
Scissors...!! an easy way to cut stickers in half to have them peeking around box stickers... Happy Planning!!
Another whole punch out there that is perfect either as your main punch or an on-the-go punch is the $14ish dollar arc punch from staples. Is flat and easy to put in any bag. I love mine. I use it a lot on the go.
Hi Heather. So I began planning last year and didn't know much about it. I started and didn't fully utilize everything I had bought. My co-worker told me to check out your videos and since I started watching them (I began watching on 10/30/19) I have a better understanding on how I can make this better for me. I've been to Michael's, JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby everyday this week and I picked up a few of the items from your videos (Towbow tape & X-acto knife). I'm SUPER EXCITED that I'm drafting my December Calendar now. Thanks for all the wonderful tips. And yes, Fiskars is the best. My mom has been using their products for 30 years.
Yes, thank you...saw your cover pre sale and jumped in on this wagon. Didnt know what would be on the inside🤯🤯 so this is just awesome...In PR we dont have JOANN, MICHEALS etc thanks for sharing info heading down to check those sites out!!!
I am a planner newbie and I've been buying some of these items a little at a time and others (stickers and paper/notebooks) a lot at a time. Some things like the paper cutter (also punches and scrapbook paper) I have from creative memories from my scrapbooking days. Two things I would add to your list are a white out runner and a good pair of scissors. Thanks for all your videos.
I'm not a planner newbie but I really loved this video! Always helpful to remember the basics! Thank you for the video!
I just purchased my first happy planner book and this video was very helpful. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for your videos I'm watching them all and I mean them all lol!! Your such a big help!!! You rock!!😃
Papermate flair pens are much improved - used them years ago, they sped to smear but they’re great now, tried them again because of you!
Heather, you were the first one to make me feel like I needed a happy notes and you were so right! I’ve used that thing for so many different applications already and I’ve had it for like 5 weeks.
I have been waiting for someone to make a video like this! Thanks Heather!!!! 🥰🥰🥰
Add correction tape/white out, scissors, ruler and sticky notes!! Otherwise I think Heather did pretty well with this video. Happy Planning 😊
I'm a newbie, and my favorite sticker book is the seasonal one. Also suggest some Washi Tape, it really brightens up the planner and is inexpensive and easy to use.
I’ve been planning for a year or so, and i use all of these items constantly. also, scissors and correction tape roller are needed too
Excellent reminder even though I have everything. Thanks for sharing. 🌻
Newbie here! Thank you sooo much!
I counted 179 sticker books (and AccessorySticker Books, Dashboard Sticker Packs, but not the ones with the cards and not the mini pads) until now. It exploded between Oktober 2018 and Oktober 2019. For this reason I used „our“ stickerbook-list, that I copied last year from your video and added every new book regularily.
For Beginners: don’t buy too much in the first weeks. Get used to the books one by one slowly. Find out your needs and your taste.
e.g. I bought Big Planner Sticker without knowing it, just because they looked cute. 3 years later I still don’t have a big Planner 😅😂🤣
Lara Mauss Q:what’s sticker book list? Can you link it?
This video has been so helpful to me thanks so much for making it. I now have to hop on the happy planner train and switch from recollections
Washi tape! I use it pretty much all the time.
Ok, so this is my first planner in like, 6 years. I'm excited to see all the You Tube video's and love love Heather Kell. She passionate like me. So, thanks Heather!!
I just bought my first happy planner yesterday! I’m obsessed with your videos! Thank you for the tips!!
Thank you! I’m a planner newbie and was wowed by Happy Planners customizations but was a little confused by all the extras and what they are for. Ive been doing digital planning for about 8 months but there is just something missing in digital planning and I don’t feel comfortable hauling my iPad Pro around with me everywhere. So thank you for doing this video. I’m going to check out your ETSY SHOP..
This was helpful. Thank you! I just started planning. I am not crafty and don't scrapbook(though planning makes me want to use stickers and a vertical layout and do sometbing with pics and memories), so I will probably hold off on the punch and paper trimmer. I am going crazy with stickers though! I like the idea of Happy Notes and may have to hit Hobby Lobby while things are 40% off!
This video is great!!!! I will definitely be sharing this with my newbie planner friends!!! 👏🏾
I love that happy notes!
I'm pretty new to the whole planner thing. Lol I purchased my first happy planner at the end of September and I'm loving it! I didn't think to buy a hp notes I think that's a really great tip. Now I going to look around and see if I can find one on sale. I also really love the watercolor and essential planning sticker books 🙂
I am a newbie and I am staring at my new planner still trying to figure out where to start. A friend posted on fb that she was looking for the perfect planner and made me think so I started my research and You have been so very much helpful and instrumental on me selecting my Happy Planner.... I'm just afraid to dive in... I know that sounds silly. I just want it look pretty to me but most of all functional. Thank you for all the videos!
Hello from a newbie and a new subbie! I have been watching ALL your videos and I just purchased a planner from Michael's....now on to the other stores you have listed! LOL TFS! I am so excited to be starting this journey!
Just in time for Christmas shopping!
I am a Kleiner newbie and this was a great video
OMG!!! I own every single item mentioned by Heather! I watch her videos religiously and if Heather is using it, ( the tweezers I bought in a set from Amazon - they are not the ones Heather has, of course), then I must have it!!! Hahahahaha
Thank you for your planner wisdom!
Good suggestions ⚾️
Washi tape is my best friend! It always spruces my page up and it's fairly inexpensive.
Thank you Heather I was waiting for a video like this to get started!!...🤗📒🖊✂️📋
Love your video. I checked your shop 🤗but I need the pouch you have in the video, with All the floral😍
Love the idea of getting the happy notes.
I bought a Vera Bradley tote bag on their outlet website for some outrageously low price ($15? maybe) and it's perfect for schlepping around my planner and associated stuff!
Loved it, I just ordered some of the basic supplies and can’t wait to start planning
I'm a happy planner newbie and ordered the mini sticker books in the super mom, budget and planner basics 🙌😂
Thanks for the advice!
Wax Paper and Correction Tape!!
you can get those tweezers in Micheals at the beads section. Mine came with a pack of others and where 15$ CDN
They are similar ones but they aren't the exact same :)
Love this. I am a planner newbie. ⚘ thanks
Amazon has them also.
I really love your videos! I’m from Costa Rica 🇨🇷
where would be the best place to do a one stop shopping to get started?
Not a planner newbie just love your channel 😍😍
Thank you for this! I am planning to suggest this video in my newsletter when the thing comes out that I have written to you about. :-)
This is a great informative video.
You can get similar tweezers at DAISO 🇯🇵
I use white out a lot
Awesome! Thanks for Sharing
I think you should add sticky notes to the list, especially as you advise writing on them for future events rather than directly in your planner.
Just received my FIRST ever Happy Planner, super excited to start using it, however, I am more of a functional user, what tips do you have for me? I got the budget planner too because... ya girl can spend!
Great video, I am not a Newbie but have not been planning for a while. I am using Out Dated planners do you have a video for using out dated planners or do you have any suggestions. Would love to see a video for some ideas.
The Happy planner doesn't come with extra blank papers in the back like normal diary does?
I like Pilot FriXion pens. They erase.
Great information, thanks!
New subscriber and got inspired to start real planning after watching your videos. However I live in Jamaica where it is Alot more expensive to get really good planners..............any suggestions?
How on EARTH did I not know you had an Etsy shop?!?!?!?
Can you recommend a good gold ink pen could be gel or permanent or whatever, thanks!
Correction tape. Lol. I use it all the time.
Love it!!!
Sizxix has a similar ones
Michael's almost always have Happy Planner products on sale for 30% off. Don't pay full price! What for the sales.
Can you use regular white paper in the Happy Planner or does it have to be a particular weight or even card stock? I'm concerned that regular weight paper may not take the punch as well and not stay in the rings. Thanks.
perryandmichelle you can use any paper you’d like. As long as you have the hole punch so that they fit into your disc. You create use your planner the best way it works for you. There are lots of Etsy shops that have kits etc you can implement into your planner.
@@jmatos7872 Thanks for the response. That was the only thing holding me back from the Happy Planner because I want to be able to punch my to do lists and move them from week to week because I usually take that long to get stuff done. I'm off to see what kind of goodies they sell.
You CAN use any paper but the lighter paper weights (like standard copy paper, or standard notepad papers etc.) will not stay put on the discs as well as heavier paper weights. I use 120 gsm paper myself (about 32 lbs), and companies that sell discbound products, like MAMBI/Happy Planner, Staples ARC, Levenger Circa etc. usually use at least 100 gsm paper. This is for a reason, and that is because the thinner paper will not stay put as easily. The discbound system isn't really meant for the lighter paper weights. Also, if you're gonna move the paper around the lighter paper weights will be too flimsy fairly quickly. It simply works best with sturdier paper.
You won't have a problem actually punching lighter weight paper, it's just the use of it with the discs that won't be ideal in the long run.
TinxyBee thank you for that. Good to know.
@@tinxybee9592 Thanks for your response. That's exactly what I was thinking would happen with lighter weight papers. Thanks for the info on the different paperweights. I will check them out.
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Where can I get brush lettering pens that you showed us in this video.
Amazon or Michael's
I linked everything in the description, too
Ok. Thanks you guys
They are called Tombow Fudenosuke btw. I don't think Heather mentioned their full name in her video.
TinxyBee
Thank you, I appreciate it
It would really be helpful if you didn’t move the products while showing them on the video. Very hard to see whatever you are showing and I got really dizzy trying to focus. Thanks thanks for sharing